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by SkyPuncher 810 days ago
> This achieves the same effect as leaving a manual gearbox in gear

This is not true. In a manual car, you’re still relying on the engine. In an automatic vehicle, it’s essentially a latch that drops into place. A well designed one should actually tighten as the vehicle attempts to roll while in park.

It seems these are failing to engage or simply failing entirely.